2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · BJ15 ACF

The Nissan Qashqai presents a stable roadworthiness record in its most recent MOT cycles, with the October 2025 test at 81,346 miles showing no defects—a clean outcome following the January 2025 pass at 80,123 miles, where only a minor child seat obstruction was noted. The trend over the past two years is positive, with no major failures or recurring serious advisories beyond tyre wear and rear brake disc corrosion, both of which were addressed before the next test. The absence of structural integrity warnings, suspension failures, or binding brake issues suggests the vehicle has been maintained adequately in critical areas, though the January 2024 entry at 60,538 miles did highlight front tyre edge wear, indicating uneven loading or alignment concerns that appear to have been rectified. The December 2021 test at 38,414 miles was also defect-free, reinforcing that the car’s mechanical condition has remained sound when properly serviced. Mileage accumulation reflects typical usage for its age, with an average of around 7,400 miles per year over the past five years—a figure consistent with moderate driving. The gap between the December 2021 and January 2023 tests (nearly two years, from 38,414 to 47,510 miles) suggests either a period of lighter use or a delay in testing, though the subsequent January 2024 test at 60,538 miles indicates a return to more regular mileage. The most recent 11,223 miles covered between January 2025 and October 2025 align with the long-term average, showing no sudden spikes that would imply aggressive driving or neglect. The sparse but clean history beyond tyre and brake advisories implies the vehicle has not suffered from chronic issues, though the perished rear sidewall in 2023 and edge-worn tyres in 2024 point to occasional oversight in consumable replacement. For a buyer, the primary focus should be the rear brake system, particularly the discs and calipers, given the corrosion noted in January 2023—this could indicate moisture ingress or poor sealing, warranting a closer inspection of the brake hardware and fluid condition. The repeated tyre wear patterns—edge wear on the fronts in 2024 and perished sidewalls on the rears in 2023—suggest potential alignment or tracking issues, so wheel alignment and tyre condition across all four corners should be verified. Suspension components, including bushes and coil springs, appear unmentioned in the MOTs, but their wear at this mileage cannot be ruled out without a hands-on check. Structural corrosion is not flagged, but a thorough examination of the sills, wheel arches, and underbody for hidden rust would be prudent, especially given the Qashqai’s susceptibility to surface corrosion in damp conditions.